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Data Center Signal is tracking 32 clips about Diode Ventures data center developments across 2 states, including TX, ID.

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News ClipLongview News-Journal·TX

Texas Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian advocates for careful data center evaluation

A Texas Railroad Commissioner argues against blanket bans on data centers, advocating for case-by-case evaluation and a statewide plan for their development. He emphasizes balancing economic benefits for rural Texas with concerns over electricity, water, and local fit. The commissioner cites a specific instance where Diode Ventures withdrew a project in East Texas as an example of effective local review.

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9/14/2026

News ClipDallas Express·TX

AG Ken Paxton Unveils Four-Point Texas Data Center Plan

Texas AG Ken Paxton has unveiled a four-point plan to regulate the state's data center industry, aiming to limit costs and risks. The proposal includes federal legislation to restrict Chinese technology and penalize companies for AI harm, support for independent power generation, and state actions like repealing tax exemptions and backing Gov. Abbott's new audit standards for grid interconnection. These measures seek to address concerns over electricity consumption, water usage, and community impacts.

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Google

8/24/2026

News Cliptexasscorecard.com·TX

Major Data Center Companies Back Abbott’s Texas Development Standards

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced new development standards for data centers, focusing on protecting ratepayers, water, and communities. Several major data center companies, including Meta and Digital Realty, have pledged compliance. Meanwhile, MARA Holdings faces a lawsuit and community opposition in Hood County, and Diode Ventures withdrew a project in Henderson County.

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Meta OpenAI Digital Realty

8/10/2026

News Clip1:02Texas Scorecard·TX

Data Center Company Says It Will Comply With New Texas Rules

Quality Technology Services (QTS) has committed to complying with new data center guidelines in Texas, pushed by Governor Greg Abbott. These rules aim to protect Texans from project costs, requiring data centers to cover electric infrastructure costs, reuse water, and reduce electricity costs. Conversely, Diode Ventures announced it would not pursue projects in Texas due to these new standards.

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QTS

8/10/2026

News ClipTexas Scorecard·TX

QTS Data Centers Will Comply With Texas’ New Standards

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced new statewide guidelines for data center development, requiring companies to pay for their own electric infrastructure and reuse water. QTS Data Centers has publicly committed to complying with these standards. The Public Utility Commission and ERCOT are tasked with auditing all pending projects and will deny grid interconnection to non-compliant companies, leading Diode Ventures to withdraw a project.

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QTS

8/7/2026

News ClipCandysDirt.com·Westlake, Tarrant County, TX

Texas’ Data Center Fight Reaches Westlake as Keller Neighbors Protest 87-Acre Campus

The Westlake Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for a PowerHouse Data Centers project despite significant opposition from Keller residents. This decision comes as Texas communities increasingly challenge data center developments and Governor Greg Abbott orders an audit of proposed projects due to concerns about electricity demand. Separately, Fort Worth is considering a temporary moratorium on new data center applications to develop stricter zoning regulations.

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8/6/2026

News Clip0:46KVIA ABC-7·TX

Proposed Texas data center plans scrapped for not meeting Gov. Abbott's standards

A proposed data center project in Henderson County, Texas, developed by Diode Ventures, has withdrawn its plans. This action follows the project's failure to meet expectations set by Governor Greg Abbott regarding data center operations in the state, particularly concerning electricity and grid reliability. Governor Abbott has stated he will seek legislation to formalize these expectations.

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7/26/2026

News Clip1:01KTBS 3 News·Henderson County, TX

Proposed Cedar Creek data center in East Texas withdrawn amid opposition

Diode Ventures has withdrawn plans for a proposed data center near Cedar Creek Lake in Henderson County, Texas, following significant opposition from local residents and state leaders. This decision aligns with a recent poll indicating widespread Texan disapproval of data center projects in their communities. In response, Governor Abbott is advocating for stricter regulations and the elimination of state tax incentives for data centers.

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7/24/2026

News ClipFort Worth Report·Henderson County, TX

Diode Ventures scraps data center plans in Henderson County, Texas

Diode Ventures has announced it is no longer pursuing plans for a data center in Henderson County, Texas, that would have drawn millions of gallons of water daily from Cedar Creek Lake. This decision follows significant community opposition and a directive from Gov. Greg Abbott for data centers to be responsible stewards of natural resources.

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7/24/2026

News ClipKUT·TX

Most Texans say they oppose local data centers as politicians shift their focus on regulating them

Recent polling reveals that a majority of Texans oppose the construction of data centers in their communities, influencing politicians to propose stricter regulations. Democratic candidates James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa have introduced agendas calling for local control, an end to tax breaks, and a halt to new data center construction. Governor Greg Abbott has also expressed support for reining in data centers, praising Diode Ventures' decision to withdraw a project and planning to pursue legislation for new standards.

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7/24/2026

News ClipTexarkana Today·Henderson County, TX

Texas Data Center Project Near Cedar Creek Lake Withdrawn Amid Community Opposition

A proposed data center by Diode Ventures near Cedar Creek Lake in Henderson County, Texas, has been withdrawn after strong community opposition, despite Governor Greg Abbott claiming the withdrawal was due to his new state standards. The article clarifies that no formal state laws or binding rules currently exist to enforce such standards, suggesting community pressure was the primary factor. The incident highlights the political debate around data center development and potential future regulations in Texas.

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7/24/2026

News ClipMyParisTexas·Henderson County, TX

East Texas data center project pulled after facing community backlash

A proposed data center project by Diode Ventures in Henderson County, East Texas, has been canceled due to community backlash over water usage and a tougher stance on rural data center development by Gov. Greg Abbott. Residents and officials raised concerns about the project's impact on Cedar Creek Lake, which supplies water to the Fort Worth area, especially during low rainfall. Governor Abbott has since proposed new regulatory recommendations for data centers across the state.

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7/24/2026

News ClipTyler Morning Telegraph·Henderson County, TX

Developer withdraws plans for East Texas data center due to Gov. Greg Abbott’s directives

Diode Ventures has withdrawn its plans for a data center project in Henderson County, Texas, near Cedar Creek Lake. The developer cited Governor Greg Abbott's recent executive directives on data center regulations as the primary reason for the retraction. Local community opposition also played a significant role in the project's halt.

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7/24/2026

News Clip0:56KETK NBC·Henderson County, TX

Abbott applauds developer for walking away from proposed data center near East Texas lake

Following significant local opposition, developer Diode Ventures has cancelled plans for a data center near Cedar Creek Lake in Henderson County, Texas. Governor Greg Abbott applauded the decision, citing concerns about natural resources, the state's power grid, and quality of life.

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7/24/2026

News ClipDallas Express·Henderson County, TX

Data Center Developer Withdraws East Texas Project After Failing To Meet Abbott's Standards

Diode Ventures has withdrawn its proposed data center project near Cedar Creek Lake in Henderson County, East Texas. The withdrawal follows Governor Greg Abbott's declaration that the project failed to meet the state's standards for community protection, natural resources, and the electric grid. Diode cited community perspectives and its own "higher standard" for development as reasons for withdrawal.

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7/23/2026

News Clip4:30KLTV 7·Trinidad, Henderson County, TX

Henderson County community celebrates withdrawal of data center proposal

Residents in Trinidad, Henderson County, Texas, are celebrating after Diode Ventures withdrew its controversial data center proposal near Cedar Creek Lake Reservoir. Community members view this as a victory but emphasize the need for broader state-level regulations, including eliminating tax exemptions for data centers in Texas.

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7/23/2026

News ClipThe Texas Tribune·Henderson County, TX

Data center company decides not to build in East Texas

Diode Ventures has canceled its proposed data center project in Henderson County, East Texas, citing Governor Greg Abbott's stricter development standards for rural areas. The project faced significant local opposition due to concerns over its high water usage from Cedar Creek Lake and its proximity to residential communities. Governor Abbott has since proposed comprehensive regulatory recommendations for data centers across the state.

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7/23/2026

News ClipNews Channel 6 | Wichita Falls, TX·Henderson County, TX

East Texas data center withdraws after falling short of the Governor’s directives

A proposed data center by Diode Ventures in Henderson County, Texas, has been withdrawn after failing to meet Governor Greg Abbott's directives and community expectations. The directives emphasize protecting natural resources, the power grid, and residents' quality of life. The Governor's office plans to seek legislation to codify these expectations for future data center developments.

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7/23/2026

News Clip2:12KETK NBC·TX

Developer withdraws from proposed East Texas data center project

Residents in Henderson County, Texas, successfully opposed a proposed data center by Diode Ventures near Cedar Creek Lake, leading the developer to scrap their plans. While celebrating this victory, activists are now advocating for Governor Greg Abbott to implement a statewide moratorium on new data center developments.

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7/23/2026

News ClipFort Worth Star-Telegram·Tool, Henderson County, TX

Plans scrapped for data center that would have pulled water from Tarrant-owned lake

Diode Ventures has abandoned plans for a data center in Henderson County, Texas, that would have drawn nearly 2 billion gallons of water annually from Cedar Creek Lake. The decision followed significant public outcry and a resolution from the Henderson County Commissioners Court opposing high-water-use data centers.

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7/22/2026